Dr. Archana Yemeshvary Ashok Upadhyay (PhD)

Dr. Archana is an accomplished CXO Coach and a seasoned HR leader with over three decades of invaluable experience. In her current pivotal role as the Chief Human Resources Officer at Hindustan Colas, she is a driving force behind organizational transformation, renowned for her exceptional ability to foster high-performance cultures, shape impactful leaders, and empower individuals to truly achieve their full potential.

A globally recognized figure, Dr. Archana holds the prestigious title of an ICF Master Certified Coach (MCC). Her profound impact has earned her accolades such as being honored as a ‘Global 200 Women Power Leader’ and being recognized among Marshall Goldsmith’s Top 100 Coaches. Her commitment to fostering positive change extends to her role as an ICF Prism Awards jury member and a valued coach with Gratitude Network USA.

Beyond her corporate and coaching achievements, Dr. Archana is a passionate advocate for women’s empowerment, a commitment recognized through awards like ‘ET Best Organizations for Women’ and ‘Women Leadership Excellence.’ Her flagship program, “LEAD_HER_SHIP,” stands as a testament to her dedication to empowering women leaders.
She is a sought-after keynote speaker and trainer. Dr. Archana also leads her ICF-accredited coach training program, “The Limitless You,” which inspires a growth mindset and ignites self-discovery, helping individuals unlock their boundless potential.

Driven by a profound spirituality, Dr. Archana dedicates her remarkable work to the betterment of the universe and humanity.

Awards & Recognitions

Honored among HR Icon of the Year -2025

Global 200 Women Power Leaders 2024 and Marshall Goldsmith’s Top 100 Coaches

Dr. Archana Yemeshvary Ashok Upadhyay exemplifies transformative leadership and coaching excellence.

Recipient of the Mindfulness Champion Award (Mindfulness India Summit 2024), Women Leadership Excellence Award (Economic Times Fortune Leadership Awards 2023), and Visionary Women HR Leadership Award (Golden Aim 2023), she drives mindfulness-based leadership development and women’s empowerment.

Additional accolades include ET Best Organizations for Women Award (2021), Asia’s Best 101 Most Fabulous Coaching Leaders (World HRD Congress 2019), and pioneering achievements like Judo Championship (Nehru Gold Cup) and First Dan Black Belt (Judo Federation of India).

As a jury for global coach awards, her distinguished legacy underscores unparalleled expertise in neuroscience-based coaching, organizational transformation, and inclusive leadership.